Introduction to Drone Programming and Block Coding

Welcome to the only introduction you’ll ever need to block coding! Our new course, the Ultimate Drone Programming Course, offers a comprehensive guide to learning programming for beginners through exciting, easy-to-follow video tutorials on DroneBlocks. Whether you’re an educator looking to bring engaging STEM activities into the classroom or a novice eager to delve into the world of drones and coding, this course is designed for you.

Why Choose DroneBlocks for Learning Coding and Robotics? DroneBlocks is recognized globally as a leader in delivering cutting-edge drone coding and robotics courses. Our extensive catalog ranges from beginner tutorials to advanced STEM curriculum, making coding education both accessible and engaging. With our summer initiative to bolster advanced offerings, we’ve revitalized our entry-level content to ensure an easy and exciting entry into the coding world for our newest learners.

Engaging Course Content Designed for Educators This in-depth course was designed from the ground up specifically for teachers with no prior coding experience. Using Block Coding principles, educators will learn to master the DroneBlocks Simulator and the Crazyflie Drone, gaining not only coding skills but also valuable classroom engagement techniques. This course is led by DroneBlocks expert Clinton Evans, who has crafted each lesson to be engaging, fun, and informative, blending classic lessons with new insights into DroneBlocks’ latest hardware and software offerings.

Course Breakdown: Easy-to-Digest Levels

• Level 1: Coding Basics and Classroom Application Learn the basics of block coding and how to teach them effectively to students. You’ll become familiar with all the essential blocks and discover some handy coding “shortcuts” or “hacks.”
• Level 2: Advanced Concepts and DroneBlocks Classics Dive deeper by recreating some of the DroneBlocks Classics (box mission, shuttle runs, and snake), reinforcing coding concepts like “loops,” “functions,” and “variables.”
• Level 3: Completing Projects and Applying Knowledge Put everything together with projects like “rescue drone” and “solar panel inspection.” Learn to use functions as “fill in the blanks” to design enriching student lessons.

Optimized for the Crazyflie Drone in DroneBlocks Autonomous Drones Level II Bundle

Tailored Learning Experience with the Crazyflie Drone The Ultimate Drone Programming Course is uniquely tailored to utilize the Crazyflie drone, included in the DroneBlocks Autonomous Drones Level II bundle—the ultimate classroom drone package for middle and high schools. This course leverages the compact yet powerful capabilities of the Crazyflie drone to bring coding concepts to life, enabling students to see their programming efforts fly in real-time.

Drone Coding Simulation and Indoor Flight Design The course includes an integrated simulation directly in our all-new DroneBlocks web app, allowing students to test and refine their code in real time. This ensures their programming is perfect before actual flight, enhancing both safety and learning outcomes. Designed specifically for indoor use, the Crazyflie drone is equipped with advanced sensor technology that maintains precise positioning indoors, ensuring a high degree of accuracy during flights.

Key Features of the New DroneBlocks Web App

• Web-Based Application: No installation required, enabling immediate access to tools and resources.
• Seamless Connection Process: Quick and reliable setup with Bluetooth connectivity, minimizing setup time and enhancing classroom learning time.
• Block-Coding Made Simple: An intuitive block-coding interface lets both beginners and seasoned coders program flight paths and maneuvers with drag-and-drop simplicity.
• Integrated Simulation: Test and refine flight paths in a virtual classroom setting, perfectly synchronized to the flying physics of the Crazyflie for accurate and safe pre-flight checks.

Get Ready for Take-off! If you’ve never piloted a drone autonomously before (that is, using code), get ready for take-off! DroneBlocks was built on the premise of making block-coding accessible to all, in a fun and engaging way—through drones. We are always excited to introduce more students and educators to this amazing world where coding meets robotics meets flight.

Visit our new course HERE and start your journey into the exciting world of drone programming today!